NICU RN Days

MercyOne; Waterloo (IA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

MercyOne in Waterloo, IA is seeking a NICU RN for a Level III NICU in a 23-bed Birth Center, including 19 large LDRP rooms. The day shift (3a–3p) offers family-centered care for 28+ week infants.

You will collaborate with neonatologists, provide evidence-based care, supervise the NICU nursing team, and educate families to support growth and development while delivering compassionate, high-quality care.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in nursing required; BSN preferred.
• Current Iowa RN license and BLS.
• NRP and ALCS certifications preferred.
• No prior NICU experience required.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialized care to critically ill or premature newborns.
• Coordinate and supervise NICU nursing team.
• Collaborate with neonatologists and families for care plans.
• Monitor, assess, and adjust care for evolving conditions.

Skills

Neonatal nursing

Critical thinking

Family education

Education

Associate degree

BSN preferred

Job description

Employment Type

Full time

Shift

Day Shift

Description

Join the MercyOne Family! We are looking to hire a NICU RN!

Day shift is 3a-3p

The Waterloo Birth Center consists of labor & delivery, postpartum care, and a Level III NICU. We are a 23 bed unit, with 19 of those rooms being large LDRP that allow for families to stay in one room for the entire stay. We have a two room OR suites for patients needing a c-section. We are one of a very few integrated neonatal intensive care units in the nation. Our NICU infants remain in the LDRP room with the family. This allows for true family centered care and bonding while both recover after delivery. We are blessed with a team of providers that consist of OBGYN doctors and midwives. We have a below average primary c-section rate and a high VBAC success rate.

As a Level III NICU, we provide care to infants 28+ weeks gestation. We also have a NICU transport team that typically will help transport infants from smaller hospitals to our NICU when a higher level of care is needed.

As a NICU RN at MercyOne, you will provide specialized, evidence-based, and outcome-focused care to critically ill and premature newborns in a dynamic and supportive environment. Using advanced critical thinking and neonatal expertise, you will assess, plan, implement, and evaluate individualized care while supervising and coordinating the NICU nursing team.

You will collaborate with neonatologists, pediatric specialists, families, and other healthcare professionals to ensure clear communication and optimal outcomes for vulnerable newborns. By conducting thorough assessments, identifying patient needs, and developing goal-oriented care plans, you will support neonates through critical stages of growth and development. Your ability to monitor and respond to complex conditions, provide family education, and adjust care plans as needed will help ensure the best possible outcomes for every newborn in your care.

Education: Associate degree required, BSN preferred. No prior experience required. Current Iowa RN license, BLS, Mandatory Reporter. NRP. ALCS

Colleagues of MercyOne Health System enjoy competitive compensation with a full benefits package and opportunity for growth throughout the system!

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Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.